Simply Knitted Socks is the perfect guide for seasoned knitters or complete beginners looking to delve into the world of knitted socks to either create something for themselves or to make bespoke and cosy gifts for men, women, and children. Who knew knitted socks were so much fun to make?

Patterns include:

• Cosy socks
• Sunshine boots
• Stripes
• Teeny weeny toasties

Techniques include:

• Purl stitch
• Cables
• Casing on
• Seamless pockets
• Weaving in ends
• Fixing mistakes

Author: Christine Boggis is the editor of Knitting magazine and author of JOMO Knits. She worked as a journalist in Sussex, Vienna and London before joining Knitting, where she writes about knitting all day and then rushes home to spend the evening doing it.

Having struggled with anxiety and depression for much of her adult life, Christine is keen to spread the word about how much knitting can help all those of us feeling stressed, worried and overwhelmed. She is based in Brighton, East Sussex.